What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)--1 year of experience required position at Highland Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
Full Time
Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) POSITION SUMMARY :
A licensed / certified therapy assistant overall responsibility is to assist and support the plan of treatment for each resident / resident assigned. The assistant is an active participant in the center and an integral part of the interdisciplinary team.
Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) Education :
Graduate of an accredited college or university with minimally an associate’s degree in physical therapy or occupational therapy. Assistant is licensed or equivalent certification accepted by the designated professional accrediting body
Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) Professional Experience :
- Actively licensed / certified assistant in assigned state(s) of employment as a Physical Therapy Assistant or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prefer-experience / knowledge in older adult rehabilitation.
- Prefer knowledge in governmental and regulatory guidelines in designated healthcare settings.
- Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) Licensure : Current state licensure in respective discipline
Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
